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United Airlines

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At a glance

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the nation.  It’s headquartered in Chicago, which is also the location of the largest United hub.  United has a collection of co-branded credit cards that allow you to rack up miles, gain access to lounges, and more. This article directory gives you the resources to plan out your travel strategy for United Airlines.

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(800) 864-8331

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Buzzworthy

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  3. Deal alert: Flights to Mexico starting under $200 in economy, under $300 in premium economy
  4. Deal alert: 9 flights you can book right now for under $99
  5. United just got fined nearly $2 million for 25 long tarmac delays

Latest Reviews

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Long-haul from Maui: A 767 red-eye to Newark in United’s best business-class seat
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What it’s like flying United’s newest flagship transcon routes from New York-JFK
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TPG round-up: 5 worst economy meals in the sky
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8 ways the United Polaris long-haul experience has changed
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The good – and bad – of flying United’s transcon Polaris during the pandemic
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Flight review: United’s A320 in Economy Plus from New York to Denver

Essential Reading

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United Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them
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Your ultimate guide to United Airlines partners
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A comprehensive guide to United Airlines’ new same-day flight change policy
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Latest Deals

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Deal alert: Spend the holidays in Europe for just $292
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Wide-ranging Alaska deal alert: Round-trip flights under $200
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Deal alert: Head to Mexico for the winter for as little as $160
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Deal alert for the new year: Fly to Hawaii for $200
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Deal alert: Fly coast-to-coast nonstop for as little as $137
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Deal alert: Book flights to Iceland for less than $400 round-trip

All United Stories

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Terminal closure at Newark Airport is about to disrupt travel through NYC
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5 ways to travel more for less with newest Amex transfer bonuses
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Last call: United’s personal and business welcome offers are ending today
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United’s 3 new long-haul routes are coming back for another season
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United Airlines has an ‘expert mode’ — Here’s how and why to use it
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Is airline elite status still worth it?
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United Airlines blames flight tipping backwards on weight imbalance
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Hotel and airline elite status extensions stretching into 2023 — Full list of extensions and promos
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The Citi Premier is the new best credit card for domestic travel (for a limited time)
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If you’re hungry, United Clubs are actually better than before the pandemic — here’s why
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Return to normalcy: All of the airline lounges in the US that are currently open
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How 3 TPG reporters would spend 1 million United miles

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